OB SUMMARY:

The Technical Advisor provides technical advice/consultation to all stakeholders in the citrus/stone/vegetable (CSV) value chain, including growers, packers, and shippers regarding producing, storing, handling and processing of fruit

and vegetables. This person is part of a team of Technical Advisors in the field leading and coordinating field trials, product & treatment recommendations, fruit and vegetable handling advice, and ensuring application protocols are followed. This person will work closely with Commercial and R&D teams to support strategic agenda initiatives focused on maximizing fruit and vegetable quality.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advisor Responsible for advising stakeholders on the proper use of Decco products focused on protecting fruit

and vegetable quality during the postharvest process. Provide insight into proper handling practices during the storage and shipping of commodities. Utilize existing skills in combination with available resources to provide creative and effective solutions

• Technical Expert Achieve expert status on the known pathogens of fruit and vegetables along with the optimum control methods and products. Continuous improvement of skills and knowledge of postharvest handling practices.
• Biological Testing Prepare and properly utilize fungicide amended PDA plates to monitor pathogen activity and measure pesticide resistance levels. Properly analyze results to make treatment recommendations.
• Collaboration: Professional interactions with colleagues and customers, communicate clearly, active listening, incorporating inputs from others, personal responsibility, and respect for diverse and alternative thoughts and ideas. Interact with university and industry experts to know latest trends, upcoming products, and conduct research to support upcoming and ongoing business opportunities.
• Innovation: Focus on continuous improvement of products, applications, and handling practices. Seek

opportunities to provide solutions for customer and organizational needs.

• Training/Teaching/Presenting: Sharing knowledge of treatment and handling practices with colleagues, customers, and general audiences. Scenarios will range Ranges from 1 on 1 meetings to large group presentations.
• Trials/Tests: Coordinate with R&D colleagues and commercial teams to conduct lab testing and field trials with various products on numerous commodities.